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Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: Diagnosis, Treatment & Rehabilitation
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) can be challenging to diagnose because symptoms in the neck, shoulder, arm, and hand can resemble several other musculoskeletal and neurological conditions. Patients may report pain, numbness, tingling, weakness, fatigue, heaviness, or, in vascular cases, changes in circulation.
Dr. Brian Abelson
Sep 2727 min read


Lumbar Spinal Stenosis: Understanding Your Options
Lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS) becomes more common with age. It occurs when the spaces surrounding the nerve roots in the lower spine become narrowed. However, narrowing seen on an X-ray, CT scan, or MRI does not always produce symptoms. When the nerves are affected, standing or walking may bring on pain, heaviness, cramping, numbness, or weakness in the buttocks and legs. Sitting or leaning forward often provides relief. The Good News A diagnosis of lumbar spinal stenosis does
Dr. Brian Abelson
Sep 316 min read
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